Nutrition Posts

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) released its 2025 Dirty Dozen list, a “Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce,” and it serves as a solid reminder that we still have a lot of work to do when it comes to cleaning up the food …

By Steven Middendorp A San Francisco cultured meat company has received a “no questions” letter from the FDA and has begun serving its “cultivated” or “lab-grown” salmon product in Portland, Oregon and Austin, …

Hello Wellness Talk listeners! This month has been incredibly insightful as we delved into the critical topics of pesticides, diabetes, and the role of nutrition in healthcare. We've also explored the MAHA's Childhood Health Report and potential so…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Over three million individuals per year experience carpal tunnel syndrome. Work performance, sleep, muscle control, finger and hand dexterity and feeling may be affected by this…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Whether applied to your lawn, public spaces, orchards, or farmland, pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides are nearly impossible to avoid. These chemicals are used worldwide a…

By Joe Boland The world of diabetes research has taken a major step forward with the official recognition of type 5 diabetes, a form of diabetes linked to malnutrition. First acknowledged by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) in 2025, type…

byDr. Joseph Mercola One in 3 children in the U.S. now lives with a chronic health condition that will follow them into adulthood. Asthma, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism and prediabetes are rising steadily each yea…

By The ANH Team The MAHA Commission’s new report names some of the culprits behind America’s childhood chronic disease epidemic—but will its cautious prescriptions leave the real cures stuck in the waiting room? THE TOPLINE …

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Feeling less bounce in your step—or in your skin? Collagen peptides and keratin are two of the most powerful structural proteins your body depends on for strength, fl…

Richard Z. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D. Introduction: When Supplements Disrupt Sleep An 86-year-old physician with post-COVID spike protein syndrome, pulmonary fibrosis, and chronic oxidative stress sought my consultation after limited improvement under sev…

Welcome to this month's Wellness Talk with George Batista newsletter! This month, we've delved into crucial topics, from the diet-Alzheimer's link and innovative approaches to chronic disease, to the importance of turmeric for joint health and the M…

Ultraprocessed foods, environmental toxins, the childhood vaccination schedule, overmedicalization, a sedentary lifestyle and corporate lobbying are fueling the chronic disease epidemic in the U.S., particularly among kids, according to a new repo…

By The ANH Team THE TOPLINE The “missing healthy” are a large, invisible population using healthy diets, supplements and lifestyle medicine to maintain vibrant health—yet their experiences are largely ignored in mainstream rese…

Judy Onghai, M.Ed, Ph.D., Richard Z. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D. Highlights: Reversal of Renal Function Decline: The patient's eGFR improved from 39 to 81 mL/min/1.73m², with significant resolution of bilateral hydronephrosis and avoidance of dialys…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition The transition into menopause is a challenge for many women. Hot flashes, in particular, can be disruptive, embarrassing, and distressing. Here are some recent findings that may…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Did you know that certain nutrients are absolutely essential for a healthy menstrual cycle? I recently wrote about key minerals and protein for menstrual cycle wellness.&nb…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Let’s face it—your period can feel like a monthly battle. Between the cramps, fatigue, mood swings, and cravings, it’s easy to wonder if something’s off.…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Over the past few generations, male fertility and sperm counts have declined in America and across the globe. Epidemiology studies show that male fertility has been decreasing s…

By Joe Boland Dementia is unfortunately an increasingly common reality for many older adults around the globe, with some experts estimating that by the year 2060, 1 million U.S. adults will develop dementia each year, up from roughly 514,000 per ye…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Think strong bones are just about calcium and vitamin D? Think again. Your bones are living, ever-changing structures influenced by far more than just minerals. Mitochondrial he…

By Joe Boland Over the years, the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids have been touted extensively in the wellness space, and now you can add another potential perk of these vital healthy fats. Specifically, research published in February 2025 highligh…

By Tracy Beanz & Michelle Edwards The CDC reported late last year that 15.5 million adults had an ADHD diagnosis in 2023. In other words, roughly 6 percent of all adults, or one in 16. Along with that alarming figure, 3.5 million children cur…

Omega-3 DHA is an essential and incredibly vital nutrient for health. In recent years, its importance during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and infancy has been widely recognized and supported. This is great! But, does the need for DHA stop as your child…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition You’ve probably heard about cleanses or short-term detoxes. The truth is your body detoxifies nonstop—flushing out toxins from daily exposures and natural metabolic …